Self-Compassion and Resilience for Healers Working with Trauma and Problem Gamblers
Compassion Fatigue is an occupational hazard for those who are in the practice of helping others to make lifestyle transformations. The workshop will address and explore responses to trauma from the perspective of clients and mental health professionals. Participants will learn techniques for working with trauma survivors and gamblers. Presented by the University of Maryland School of Medicine and the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling. Friday, December 13, 2019 (Webinar) 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST. Registration is required.
Providing Health Care for Military Veterans Webinar
The purpose of this knowledge-based live series is to further educate non-VA providers and healthcare teams an in-depth review the whole health system of care, including the elements of the model in action throughout the country, implementation and evaluation strategies as well as testimonials from Veterans receiving this care, and a discussion around provision of complementary and integrative health within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and in the community. This webinar will take place on Thursday, November 21 at 1:00 PM EST. Registration is required.
Vetrepreneur Event Nov 19
Veteran Entrepreneurs continue their service to their communities and the Nation when they form companies, create jobs, solve complex problems, and contribute to economic growth. Join the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce to hear from a distinguished panel of VETREPRENEURS as they share insights on their companies’ growth paths and on how being a Veteran shaped their vision and success. Tuesday, November 19, 2019 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM. McLean, Virginia.
MOAA Webinar: Military Caregivers: An Overview
Join MOAA on Wed, Nov 20, 2019 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST for a webinar on Military Caregivers: An Overview. Are you a military caregiver or know someone who is? This is a special opportunity to hear two experts from the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, Rashi, V. Romanoff, Vice Presidnet of Programs & Partnerships, and Molly Ramsey, Programs Coordinator, as they share insights about military caregivers. This webinar is open to all military caregivers: the spouses, parents, family members, and friends who care for America’s wounded, ill, or injured veterans. Tune in and experience a thoughtful discussion focused solely on the world of military caregivers.
Engaging Through Faith-Based Partnerships (Webinar)
SAMHSA Webinar that will provide an in-depth presentations that will help participants to engage, educate, inform, and partner with faith-based leaders, non-profit organizations, and communities in support of and responding to the behavioral health needs of SMVF. Thursday, November 14 from 1:30-3:00 PM EST. Free. Registration is required.
Webinar: Problem Gambling and the Military
The University of Maryland, School of Medicine and the Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling are hosting a free webinar on "Problem Gambling and the Military." Friday, November 15th. One (1) CEU will be offered for each webinar. All webinars are one (1) hour, 12:00-1:00 PM EST. Registration is required.
Georgetown University Military Connected Admissions Fair
Service members, Reservists, Veterans, Military Spouses, and Families, and Military-Connected Education Counselors are cordially invited to the Military-Connected Admissions Fair and Reception at Georgetown University on Wednesday, November 6th from 5:30-8:00PM. At the event you can meet with academic school admissions offices to learn more about Georgetown's programs and with members of the Veterans Office to learn more about resources to military-connected students. This is a free event . Registration is requested.
Advocacy in Military Psychology Summit
The society for Military Psychology (Div.19 of the APA) and DCPA are sponsoring a two day summit on advocacy and Mil/Psych to be held at The Catholic University of America. Day one, will include panel presentations focusing upon Suicide prevention, Veteran transitions,Trauma, Moral injury,Leadership and additional topics designed to increase awareness of the vital role psychology plays in the Military. On Day two multiple community organizations will provide an overview of their work in advocating for Military and veteran issues. It is the hope that this summit will enhance awareness and increase learning of how we may best serve our active duty military and veterans. November 6th (7:30-5:00) and November 7th (8:00-3:00) at Catholic University, Washington DC. In Person and Webinar: Military, veterans, and spouses (FREE). Registration is required.
Service Dog Study Needs Veterans
The University Of Maryland School Of Nursing has partnered with Warrior Canine Connection to conduct a research study on how training service dogs might affect PTSD and stress in veterans with PTSD. The study is currently seeking veterans to participate by training service dogs for other veterans dealing with PTSD. Participants will be compensated for their time.
Engaging Service Members, Veterans, and their Families Through Faith-Based Partnerships
This webinar will provide information that will help participants to engage, educate, inform, and partner with faith-based leaders, non-profit organizations, and communities in support of and responding to the behavioral health needs of SMVF. It will provide information about how to access some of the important tools and resources available to equip us all to better form partnerships and serve SMVF and their caregivers. Nov 14, 2019 01:30 PM. Registration is required.